ICUP Set For Zurich in July

Held once every three years, the International Conference on Urban Pests is a leading international forum for sharing information and ideas on the impact, biology and control of pests in the urban environment.

The preliminary program detailing not only the invited, but also the papers offered by those performing research in this area, has just been published and can be seen on the ICUP website at www.icup2014.ch.

Papers will be presented from leading academics from around the world. Insect pests to be covered include bed bugs, mosquitoes, flies, ants, termites and cockroaches along with vertebrate pests including rodents. There are also sessions covering specific treatment techniques, heat treatments being one.

The delegate registration fee of Swiss Francs 550 ($603) includes admission to all the scientific sessions, a set of conference proceedings, welcome reception, coffee breaks and three lunches. After the end of January the delegate rate rises to Swiss Francs 660 ($724).

A special reduced rate student registration is available at Swiss Francs 300 ($330) rising to Swiss Francs 350 ($385) from February and after.

Scherzinger's Tony Decker Profiled in Cincinnati Enquirer

Tony Decker, PCT’s 2013 Residential Technician of the Year, sponsored by BASF, was profiled in the Cincinnati Enquirer. The Enquirer Q&A with Decker covered a variety of topics including the city’s bed bug problems (Cincinnati has one of the nation’s biggest problems) and his observations from having worked in the pest control industry for 20 years.

ORLANDO, Fla. &mdash Massey Services announced that Gwyn Elias has been promoted to executive vice president, chief investment officer (CIO), while Jean Nowry has been promoted to executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). Both moves were effective Jan. 1, 2014.

Gwyn Elias

Elias was promoted from the position of executive vice president, chief financial officer (CFO). Massey Services has just completed its 29th consecutive year of profitable growth, and has gone from four service centers in 1985 to currently having 104 service centers, with more openings planned for 2014. The company is running approximately 1,300 vehicles a day. The size and scope of the Company‘s territory, assets, and real estate require more intensive oversight and management, making Gwyn’s promotion an important part of the Company’s future plans for expansion.

In this new position, Elias will assume responsibilities for all company owned assets and investments, real estate and all Company owned Subsidiaries. Elias started with the company on January 29, 1987, and over those 27 years has been an integral part of the company’s success.

“Gwyn has been a trusted member of Massey Services’ executive team, and has been one of the key cornerstones in our Company’s history,” said Harvey L. Massey, chairman and CEO of Massey Services.. “I am honored to work with him and congratulate him on this well-deserved promotion.”

Elias is a chartered accountant and a graduate of the University of Port Elizabeth in South Africa.

Nowry previously served as senior vice president of finance and administration for Massey Services.

Jean Nowry

In her new role, Nowry will manage all financial matters relating to Massey Services, including corporate strategy, budgeting and planning, business integration, as well as all corporate administrative operations, such as accounting and human resources. Nowry started her career with Massey Services on November 23, 1998.

“For over 15 years, Jean has provided outstanding service to our company,” Harvey Massey added. “Her background in finance, accounting, auditing and management has brought tremendous value to our company and I am confident she will play a critical role in leading Massey Services as we continue to grow and expand.”

In addition to her work at Massey Services, Nowry is extremely active in the Central Florida community. She currently serves as chairman-elect on the Board of Directors for Junior Achievement of Central Florida, as well as treasurer for the United Arts of Central Florida Board.

Prior to joining Massey Services, Nowry had over 10 years of experience holding senior financial positions in both the not-for-profit and real estate industries, along with having been a CPA with Arthur Andersen.

Video: PCT, Syngenta Recognize Crown Leadership Winner Bob Dold, Jr.

Dold, a fourth-generation pest management professional and former U.S. Congressman, was recognized as a 2013 PCT/Syngenta Crown Leadership Award winner during a special ceremony at NPMA PestWorld 2013.

Bob Dold, Jr., a fourth-generation pest management professional and former U.S. Congressman, was recognized as a 2013 PCT/Syngenta Crown Leadership Award winner (click here to read the October PCT article). In the following video, Dold is recognized during a special ceremony at NPMA PestWorld 2013.

Attendees will leave this day-long education event will the latest information on how to improve pest management efficiencies and efficacy, and stay compliant with vital third-party audits. Expert speakers will share best practices for the following topics: Rodent Control Inspection Strategies Extreme IPM Bird Risk Reduction Third-Party Auditing Risk Assessments, Verification and Validation FSMA and Regulatory Issues Impacting Food Plants

Food safety managers, plant and warehouse managers, sanitation managers, facility managers and in-house pest management program coordinators will all benefit from attending. The conference will run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and continuing education credits will be available. Registration is $295 per person. Early bird and group discounts for groups of three or more are available. For registration and program information go to www.spraguepest.com/foodsafety

“Education is an essential component in every successful food plant pest management program and the lineup of leading speakers and topics make this a must-attend event for food processing and manufacturing professionals,” says Tim Gallagher, director of strategic accounts for Sprague Pest Solutions. Sprague Pest Solutions